Key Aspects: Pride of America left more than 300 individuals behind at her emergency departure from Hilo due to tsunami evacuation measures. The ship will return to Hilo Harbor once a required safety assessment is complete and the harbor has reopened. No itinerary changes have yet been confirmed, but the ship will be unable to
Key Aspects: A massive earthquake in Russia has caused tsunami warnings as far away as Hawaii, where the first wave is expected to hit in a matter of hours. Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America departed from Hilo early to get to the safety of the open ocean, leaving some passengers behind. Based on cruise
Key Aspects: An 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Russia has triggered tsunami warnings and advisories throughout the Pacific sailing region from Alaska to Antarctica. Aftershocks may extend warnings and advisories for several hours or days as geologic activity continues. Cruise lines will make itinerary and port visit adjustments as needed to keep ships, crew, and guests
A transatlantic cruise is simply a cruise that crosses the Atlantic Ocean. Rather than sailing around a small region of the world — like the Caribbean or New England — a transatlantic voyage typically takes you, one-way, between Europe and the Caribbean or the Eastern portion of the United States. Here’s how to decide if
Key Aspects: Guests visiting Celebration Key on October 4, 2025 have had Pearl Cove Beach Club rentals cancelled and refunded. Carnival Cruise Line has explained the cancellations as due to a private event, but without any further details. The Pearl Cove Beach Club is the adults-only private area and requires extra fee access passes for
Key Aspects: In the first half of 2025, 5.6 million cruise passengers called at Mexican ports. The arrivals hike translates to an 8.4% spike. Cozumel alone welcomed 2.4 million cruise guests. Mexico tourism officials are looking back on the first half of 2025 with glowing pride, thanks to cruise arrival numbers showing a big increase
Key Aspects Last-minute bookings played a key role in the sharp rise in revenue. The company’s multiple brands welcomed 2.3 million guests in the second quarter. New-builds Star of the Seas and Celebrity Xcel are in high demand. Royal Caribbean Group, the parent company of five global cruise brands, welcomed 2.3 million passengers across its
Key Aspects: 15 Norwegian Cruise ships will be sailing to Great Stirrup Cay in 2026 to experience the new Great Tides Waterpark. Some of the newest ships in the fleet will be sailing to the private destination, including the soon-to-debut Norwegian Luna. Cruise fans can also try to win their way in by entering the
Key Aspects: The 6-acre Great Tides Waterpark will open on Great Stirrup Cay in the summer of 2026. The new waterpark will feature 19 slides, a lazy river, cliff jumps, children’s play areas, and more. Additional enhancements to the private island will begin opening later this year. Just over a year ago, Norwegian Cruise Line
Key Aspects: A cruise guest died onboard Carnival Dream during a Western Caribbean sailing on July 23, 2025. The FBI is now in the middle of conducting an investigation into the death. Carnival Cruise Line confirmed in a statement that the death isn’t suspicious, and the standard protocols are simply being followed. Carnival Dream returned
Key Aspects: Star of the Seas departed Cadiz, Spain on July 27 and is now making her way across the Atlantic Ocean. Artwork installation, crew training, stunt practices, and more are all happening onboard without guests. The ship’s first four cruises are showcase sailings ahead of her inaugural 7-night voyage on August 31. Every “loyal
Key Aspects: A guest has asked if Carnival’s onboard fitness centers could be open earlier than 7 a.m. Gym hours are typically 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., but do vary slightly across the Carnival Cruise Line fleet. John Heald has explained that instructors must be present whenever the gym is open for guests. The early
